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![Samsung TL205 front Samsung TL205 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-TL205/Samsung-TL205-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570/Sony-W570-front.jpg)
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is PL100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung TL205 and Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the TL205 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The TL205 was announced 12 months before the W570 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL205 grades versus the W570 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL205 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL205 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Sony W570
TL205 | W570 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Samsung TL205
W570 | TL205 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL205 and Sony W570
TL205 | W570 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung TL205 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W570 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung TL205 and Sony W570 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the TL205 vs the W570.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL205 and W570 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL205 and W570.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W570 to give you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older TL205 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-TL205-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung TL205 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL205 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Other name | PL100 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 177g (0.39 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $159 |